Nino Burjanadze: What we observe is a clear attempt by Bidzina Ivanishvili to take control of all branches of the government.

00:00 / 01.03.2018

While commenting on Irakli Kobakhidze’s remarks on desirable
presidential qualities, Burjanadze stated: “I cannot agree with
Irakli Kobakhidze, as charisma and academic qualities are not
contradictory. Yes, the President of Georgia should possess both
qualities, alongside with courage and competence. The President
should be able to work on the most important issues and be able to
hold negotiations in all directions, both internally and externally
to take our country out of this dead end.
According to Burjanadze, what we observe is a clear attempt by
Bidzina Ivanishvili to take control of all branches of the
government. That is why, Ivanishvili is trying to destroy
Presidency as an institution. “I do not believe that today, I
should be criticising Kvirikashvili, Kobakhidze or any other
ministers, as all of their steps are completely dependent on the
mood of Bidzina Ivanishvili. The goal of the constitutional
commission is to adapt the Georgian constitution to Bidzina
Ivanishvili, as comfortably, as possible.”